GRE Word List

AMALGAM

a mixture of different elements

The meaning of the word amalgam is a mixture of different elements.

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WordMeaning
refraincurb
aberrantdeviating from the usual or natural type : atypical
gratiswithout charge or recompense : free
perpetualcontinuing forever : everlasting
clownfarmer
obsessivetending to cause obsession
analgesican agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia
badinageplayful repartee : banter
drudgerydull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd